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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 16, 1968
Page
16
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Police dismantled three improvised bombs angled inside three shopping bags at a New York storefront minutes before detonation. Authorities suspect an anti Communist group was involved. No further details available about suspects or exact location.
The US Coast Guard reported a vessel named Kazan was sinking about 220 miles off Somalia. Three crewmen were unaccounted for while a rescue operation was launched in difficult seas.
Czechoslovak observers report delayed Soviet troop departure from Prague amid Warsaw Pact maneuvers. Prague leaders fear pressure from hardline and liberal factions as Moscow signals seek to shape Czechoslovak Communist leadership before a key congress. The pause raises anxiety among residents about Soviet influence and internal party stability.
Chinese gunboats seized fishing vessels off the Portuguese enclave at Macao, abducting about 40 men and their crews. The action, described by Hong Kong papers, occurred west of Hong Kong, near disputed waters. Authorities said some 200 people may be affected, with reports of casualties and detentions amid rising tensions.
Report from Lagos states Biafra will not accept relief aid entering its territory until the war ends. Refugees climb toward camps as international aid increases, while the fighting drives civilians to flee into dense forests and bush.
Arms talks in London this week aim to discuss British anti aircraft guided missiles and other weapons for Zambia's air defence. President Kaunda seeks a modern defense buildup against Rhodesia and South Africa ahead of meetings with Prime Minister Wilson.
President Ayub Khan told the Modern Defence League in Lahore that India seeks to leave Pakistan defenceless, alleging Moscow arms to India upset the balance. He linked Indian aggression to Kashmir and warned that peace requires India settling its issues with Pakistan. He did not confirm Soviet arms sales following Moscow talks.
The Royal Australian Air Force Academy presents a full-time degree course with officer and training, enabling a Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Engineering as part of the pilot training program. Potential recruits can earn a commission and advance their career status.
A planned transatlantic service between Moscow and New York, to be jointly operated by Soviet and American carriers, faced repeated delays due to technical problems. The inaugural flight was expected to depart with a Soviet delegation aboard, but the event was postponed and no new date was provided.
Malay prime minister Abdul Razak Tunku told heads of mission in Europe that despite some unresolved issues among five power dominions on South-East Asia defence, he remained confident talks could ease tensions. He warned Malaya to brace for security as Britain plans to withdraw forces from Malaya and Singapore by 1970, placing defence on the government’s responsibilities.
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